Payroll Assistant - 12 Month FTC

JGA Recruitment Group | B Corp™; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK consumer brand is seeking a Payroll Assistant for a 12-month fixed term contract based in Preston. You will assist the Payroll Manager in executing payroll for 800 employees, handle payroll data preparation, compliance payments, and system integrity. The ideal candidate must have relevant payroll experience, knowledge of UK regulations, and be proficient in payroll systems like Sage or Workday. A CIPP qualification is advantageous. This role offers a hybrid working model with a salary up to £30,000.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a payroll or finance environment is essential.
• Good knowledge of payroll regulations and statutory payments.
• Strong skills in payroll systems and advanced Excel functions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare payroll data by collecting information on new hires and changes.
• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and correct calculations.
• Contribute to pension scheme administration and data submission.
• Act as a contact for payroll queries and provide assistance.
• Maintain data accuracy through system updates and checks.

Skills

Experience in UK payroll

Understanding of payroll regulations

Advanced Excel skills

Strong communication skills

Education

CIPP qualification (or willingness to pursue)

Tools

Sage

Iris

Workday

Job description

Payroll Assistant (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Up to £30,000

Hybrid (Preston)

Leading UK Consumer Brand

JGA Recruitment are excited to partner with a leading UK Consumer Brand in their search for a Payroll Assistant to join the team on a 12 month fixed term contract. Based in their Preston office, you will support the Payroll Manager in running and executing the payroll for the 800 UK employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Payroll Data Preparation: Support the monthly payroll cycle by gathering and organising information related to new hires, departures, and variable pay such as overtime.
• Compliance & Calculations: Accurately process statutory payments including SSP, SMP, and SPP, while ensuring correct deductions for Income Tax and National Insurance.
• Pensions Support: Contribute to the administration of workplace pension schemes, including auto-enrolment, and ensure contribution data is submitted accurately and on time.
• Employee Support: Act as a primary contact for payroll-related queries, providing clear guidance on matters such as tax codes and payslip queries.
• Systems & Data Integrity: Maintain HR and finance systems through regular checks and updates to ensure accuracy and consistency.

Key Requirements

• Relevant Experience: Demonstrated experience within a UK payroll or finance environment.
• Technical Knowledge: Good understanding of payroll regulations, including RTI submissions, P45/P60 processing, and year-end activities.
• Systems Expertise: Strong working knowledge of payroll systems (e.g. Sage, Iris, Workday) alongside advanced Excel skills, including functions like VLOOKUP and pivot tables.
• Communication Skills: Professional and approachable, with the ability to manage confidential information appropriately.
• Professional Development: A CIPP qualification, or willingness to work towards one, would be advantageous.

The role is based out of their Preston office on a hybrid working schedule and paying up to £30,000.

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